A collaboration between Plug Power and Lightning Systems enables both companies to offer an electric, fuel cell-powered Class 6 truck capable of supporting middle-mile delivery logistics between warehouses and distribution centers.
Medium-Duty Trucks
Medium-duty trucks make up an important portion of the vocational truck market and include trucks Class 6 through Class 8, or those that weigh 19,501- 33,000 pounds. These trucks are use for hauling, delivery, local service, and so much more.
Measuring Hours vs. Miles in Medium-Duty Truck Performance
To achieve the most accurate insight into the wear-and-tear on a vehicle, fleet managers need to review all performance measurements.
The Future of Medium-Duty Truck Engines
The medium-duty truck market is healthy, ready for continued growth, and currently impacted by several outside factors including emissions regulations and fleet needs.
8 Challenges Upfitting Light- & Medium-Duty Trucks
Correctly upfitting a work truck ensures it can accomplish the job it is required to do. It's important that fleet managers understand the challenges inherent in upfitting.
Solving Medium-Duty Upfitting Challenges
The number of available options, combined with getting exactly what is needed for your fleet, can be daunting at best. But, with some homework and research doing the upfitting job right can be easier than it appears.
Advancing Safety in Medium-Duty Truck Fleets
With accident rates relatively flat in medium-duty truck fleets, but repair costs rising slightly, fleet managers are continuing to look for ways to ultimately eliminate crashes and related liabilities and expenses.
Top Maintenance Best Practices for Medium-Duty Trucks
Keeping a work truck properly maintained is a key component in the effort to keep downtime to a minimum and costs low.
Medium-Duty Tires Go Fuel-Efficient
The factors driving tire design for medium-duty trucks has changed. Today, tire makers must balance fuel efficiency and bulletproof durability to stand up to a harsh P&D environment.
